The Warriors defeated the Jazz 134-117 at home. Payton Jr. was interviewed after the game. Xiaoba compiled part of his interview content, as follows:

On whether he was surprised that the Jazz let him shoot a three-pointer:

"No. Throughout my career, opponents have guarded me like this. They are willing to bet and lose."

About his favorite Warriors tonight Performance:

"The ball doesn't stop, we just move the ball, make the right choices, and make simple choices. I think this helps us, makes us make fewer mistakes, and allows us to enter the tactics and coordination we are familiar with."

On how Hield's shooting changes the game:

"He makes the space on the court completely open. Steph (Curry) will always be Steph. If we can make it Moses (Moody's) and Buddy (Hield) made both shots on the same night, which will completely open up our offensive space, tactics, and what we can do.”

On playing an all-around role in Green’s absence:

”Dre (Chasing). Dream) has a very high standard, and he did a lot for us on the court. He was not here tonight, and I just tried to fill in his activity, his contribution, and do a little bit of everything he usually does. "

About his career high. 8 assists:

"Give the ball to Steph and set a screen for him. Simple and easy."

In this game, Payton replaced Dream Chaser as the starter. He made 4 of 8 shots in 21 minutes, 1 of 2 three-pointers, 9 points, 6 rebounds, 8 assists and 1 steal.